What is Asbestos?
Asbestos is a naturally occurring group of mineral fibres that were once considered a ‘wonder material’ in construction and manufacturing. Prized for its strength, insulating properties and resistance to heat and chemicals, it was used extensively in UK buildings from the early 1900s through to the late 20th century. Everything from insulation boards, floor tiles and sprayed coatings to roofing sheets and textured ceiling finishes could contain asbestos. Its widespread use only came to an end when the severe health risks became undeniable, leading to a full ban in the UK in 1999. The danger arises when asbestos-containing materials are cut, drilled, sanded or otherwise disturbed, releasing tiny fibres into the air.
These fibres are invisible to the naked eye, remain airborne for long periods, and can be inhaled deep into the lungs. Over time, exposure can cause serious and often fatal diseases such as asbestosis, mesothelioma and lung cancer.
Where is Asbestos Found?
If your property was built before 2000, asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) may still be present. Common locations include:
Artex and textured coatings on ceilings and walls
Old floor tiles and adhesives
Pipe lagging in lofts and boiler cupboards
Garage and shed roofing sheets
Soffits, gutters and downpipes
Partition boards and insulation panels
Your Legal Duties
Under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, dutyholders — including landlords, employers, and managing agents — must identify, record, and manage asbestos risks in non-domestic premises.
This includes:
Commissioning the correct type of asbestos survey
Maintaining an asbestos register
Keeping staff, contractors, and occupants informed
Arranging safe removal where necessary
Failure to comply can result in enforcement action and fines, but more importantly, it puts lives at risk.
When asbestos fibres are inhaled, they can lodge in the lungs and cause:
Asbestosis (scarring of lung tissue)
Mesothelioma (an aggressive cancer)
Lung cancer
Symptoms can take decades to develop, which is why prevention and early identification are essential.
Different situations require different survey types:
Identifies ACMs during normal occupancy. Helps create an asbestos register and management plan.
Emergency Guidance
If you suspect asbestos has been disturbed:
Stop work immediately.
Keep people away from the area.
Do not attempt to sweep, vacuum or tidy it up yourself.
Contact a licensed asbestos contractor for urgent advice.
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Expert Asbestos Removal Services
Contact us today for professional asbestos removal services. Our team of experts will assess and safely remove asbestos from your property, ensuring a safe and healthy environment.
Find detailed answers to common questions about our professional asbestos removal services, including information about our team’s qualifications, the removal process, safety precautions, and disposal procedures.
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral fiber that was commonly used in building materials due to its heat resistance and durability. However, it has been found to be highly toxic and can cause serious health issues when its fibers are inhaled.
Asbestos is extremely dangerous when its fibers are released into the air and inhaled. Prolonged exposure to asbestos can lead to serious respiratory diseases, including lung cancer and mesothelioma.
Yes, we offer comprehensive asbestos testing services to determine the presence and level of asbestos in your property. Our team of experts will conduct thorough air and material sampling to ensure accurate results.
Our highly trained and certified asbestos removal specialists follow strict safety protocols to safely remove asbestos from your property. We use specialized equipment and techniques to minimize the release of fibers and ensure a thorough cleanup.
Yes, we are fully accredited and adhere to all necessary safety and cleanliness standards. Our team is trained to handle asbestos removal projects of any size with professionalism and expertise.
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- Becky Richards
Wayne was extremely helpful and explained what they had to do to remove floor tiles. The job was done professionally and very happy with the job done.
- Lynn Gilling
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- Andy Criddle
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- Makesh
Used Bristol Asbestos services in December last year. Wayne was incredibly helpful and everything was sorted within 2 days of me calling. Everywhere else I called at the time took at least 3 days to get back to me, and we were desperate to sort it out asap. Lovely man to work with and a great company. Highly recommend!
- Nathalie Jasmin
Brilliant company couldn’t recommend anymore. After a scare in my boiler drilling through as wall (luckily came back negative) Wayne arrived on site within an hour to fix my mess (No more DIY for me!). Took samples made the site safe and gave me the results in 12 hours. After this I asked Wayne for a full asbestos survey of the property to put my mind at ease. Unfortunately we did find some asbestos in and artex ceiling. Wayne offered me a very reasonable quote and got to work within a week. Really thorough with health and safety and took full care dealing off the room and came on the weekend to seal up the site before starting and provided an independent air check afterwards. The job was so clean that the air check could not detect a single fibre. All waste was removed off site and professionally bagged up. As you can see from the photos he left the ceiling and room absolutely spotless. Really helpful attentive and professional asbestos removal. Fully recommend 5 stars.
- Craig Wallace
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